Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
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Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 500-plus different models now appear in eight groups1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
Overview 3 Overview The VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA is a high performance 2 x 1:4 distributor for all SDI video signals. In particular, the VM-24HD features: Two inputs that distribute each signal to four identical outputs using BNC connectors 1.485Gbps bit rate for compatibility with standard definition and high definition serial digital video signals (SD1/HD2-SDI) SMPTE 292M, 259M, 344M, and 372M (dual link application) compliance and data rates of 143, 177, 270, 360, 540, 1483.
Your VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA 4 Your VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA: Figure 1: VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA Table 1: VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA Features # 4 1 2 3 4 Feature 12V DC OUTPUT A BNC connectors OUTPUT B BNC connectors INPUT A BNC connector Function +12V DC connector for powering the unit Connects to the A SDI acceptors (from 1 to 4) Connects to the B SDI acceptors (from 1 to 4) Connects to the A SDI source 5 SD/HD
Connecting the VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA 5 Connecting the VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA To connect the VM-24HD, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the following: 1. Connect one or two HD/SD SDI video sources (for example, HD/SD SDI cameras) to the INPUT A and/or INPUT B BNC connectors. 2. On each OUTPUT (A and/or B), connect up to1 four video OUTPUT BNC connectors to the appropriate HD /SD SDI video acceptors (for example, HD/SD SDI displays). 3.
Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications The VM-24HD technical specifications are shown in Table 2: Table 2: VM-24HD 2 x 1:4 HD/SD – SDI DA Technical Specifications1 INPUTS: OUTPUTS: OUTPUT LEVEL: MAX. DATA RATE: COUPLING: POWER SOURCE: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: OPTIONS: 2 SMPTE-259M, 292M, 344M serial video, 75 ohms on BNC connectors 8 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M, 292M, 344M outputs 75 ohms on BNC connectors 800mVpp /75 ohms 1.485Gbps AC 12 V DC, 250mA 18.8cm x 11.4cm x 2.
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com, where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing. Caution Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
